CVE-2014-5212: XSS
First published: Fri Dec 19 2014(Updated: )
Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in nds/search/data in iMonitor in Novell eDirectory before 8.8 SP8 Patch 4 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the rdn parameter.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Micro Focus NetIQ eDirectory | <=8.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534284
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031408
- https://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=904134
- https://www.novell.com/support/kb/doc.php?id=3426981
- https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20141219-0_NetIQ_eDirectory_iMonitor_XSS_Memory_Disclosure_v10.txt
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-5212?
CVE-2014-5212 is considered a medium severity cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2014-5212?
To fix CVE-2014-5212, update to Novell eDirectory version 8.8 SP8 Patch 4 or later.
What does CVE-2014-5212 affect?
CVE-2014-5212 affects the iMonitor feature in Novell eDirectory versions before 8.8 SP8 Patch 4.
What is the impact of CVE-2014-5212?
The impact of CVE-2014-5212 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML which may lead to data theft or session hijacking.
Is CVE-2014-5212 limited to specific browsers?
CVE-2014-5212 is not limited to specific browsers and affects any client that interacts with the vulnerable iMonitor interface.
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